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Malaysia: Alumina Market 2024

Alumina Market Size in Malaysia

After two years of decline, the Malaysian alumina market increased by 73% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption posted a significant expansion. Alumina consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Alumina Exports

Exports from Malaysia

Alumina exports from Malaysia fell to X tons in 2022, reducing by -12.5% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 1,342% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, alumina exports dropped markedly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, saw a noticeable expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 926%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for alumina exports from Malaysia, with a 76% share of total exports. Moreover, alumina exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Australia (X tons), eightfold. Indonesia (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 3.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to China amounted to +73.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Australia (+41.7% per year) and Indonesia (+57.8% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) remains the key foreign market for alumina exports from Malaysia, comprising 47% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Australia ($X), with a 13% share of total exports. It was followed by Vietnam, with an 8.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to China stood at +55.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Australia (+48.0% per year) and Vietnam (+53.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average alumina export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, declining by -15.6% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 78% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Thailand (+9.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Alumina Imports

Imports into Malaysia

Alumina imports into Malaysia soared to X tons in 2022, jumping by 82% compared with the previous year. Overall, imports enjoyed significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 1,391%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, alumina imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports posted significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 1,413% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Australia (X tons), Indonesia (X tons) and India (X tons) were the main suppliers of alumina imports to Malaysia, together comprising 92% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by India (with a CAGR of +137.5%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Australia ($X), Indonesia ($X) and India ($X) constituted the largest alumina suppliers to Malaysia, together accounting for 91% of total imports.

India, with a CAGR of +94.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average alumina import price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -11.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a abrupt decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 20% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were China ($X per ton) and Australia ($X per ton), while the price for Vietnam ($X per ton) and India ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (-8.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for alumina in the world?

China remains the largest alumina consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 52% of total volume. Moreover, alumina consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Australia, fourfold. Russia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.1% share.

What are the largest producers of alumina in the world?

The country with the largest volume of alumina production was China, comprising approx. 54% of total volume. Moreover, alumina production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Australia, fourfold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of alumina to Malaysia?

In value terms, Australia constituted the largest supplier of alumina to Malaysia, comprising 61% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Indonesia, with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by Vietnam, with a 9.8% share.

What are the leading importers of alumina from Malaysia?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for alumina exports from Malaysia.

What is the average export price for alumina in Malaysia?

In 2020, the average alumina export price amounted to $394 per ton, increasing by 36% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for alumina in Malaysia?

The average alumina import price stood at $313 per ton in 2020, increasing by 21% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the alumina market in Malaysia. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 24421200 - Aluminium oxide (excluding artificial corundum)

Country coverage:

Malaysia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Malaysia
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023